Kuei-mei, a Woman (1985)

Plot

Kuei-mei, a resilient woman, relocates to Taiwan in the 1950s and finds herself in a challenging marriage to a widower with three wild children and a penchant for gambling. Portrayed by the esteemed Yang, her journey is fraught with adversity, including multiple pregnancies, her husband's betrayals, and her daughter’s discontent. After enduring a period as a servant in Japan, Kuei-mei faces divorce and health issues while tirelessly striving to maintain their family-run restaurant. Her story is a powerful testament to perseverance against the odds.